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Xepenta Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Xepenta Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Xepenta Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Xepenta Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Xepenta Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Xepenta Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Xepenta Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Xepenta Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Xepenta Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Xepenta Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Xepenta Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Xepenta Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Xepenta Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Xepenta in pregnant women.
Is the use of Xepenta Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Xepenta. If you see any side effects, stop taking Xepenta immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Xepenta again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Xepenta Tablet on the Kidneys?
Xepenta is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Xepenta Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Xepenta on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Xepenta Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Xepenta for the heart.
Xepenta Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xepenta Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xepenta Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Xepenta Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Xepenta Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Xepenta Tablet is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Xepenta Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Xepenta Tablet
It is safe to take Xepenta Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xepenta Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Xepenta Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
No, you can not buy Xepenta over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Xepenta can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform and consult your doctor if you are having severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Discontinuation of Xepenta on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue medicine on your own.
Yes, Xepenta helps in the preventing and healing the ulcer. It is one of the main uses of this drug. However, your doctor may also suggest other medicines to heal stomach ulcers completely.
Avoid taking Xepenta with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also effects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please seek guidance from your doctor regarding taking these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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